A graduate of Springfield College, Kristina always knew she wanted to be in the medical field. “Growing up both my grandmother and mother were nurses,” she explains. “My mom always shared her love for helping others with me. When my grandmother was in the hospital, her physician assistant was a kind and caring person throughout my grandmother’s passing. From then on, I knew I wanted to be a physician assistant so I could help others.”

Kristina believes in treating every patient as if they were part of her own family. “For me, it is important when my loved ones are sick that they are comforted, taken well care of, and informed about their medical care. I strive to treat every patient equally and do so with kindness.” Most of all, Kristina enjoys caring for others. “It is my job to make people feel better and help them heal. Patients come to you during times where they are ill, and when they leave, they are on the path to better health.”

In her spare time Kristina loves being outside and enjoys gardening, going to the beach and taking hikes in the woods.